Homemade Black Bean Burgers
Is it really summer without a cook out? These easy homemade black bean burgers may just be my favorite thing to put on the grill! They're thick, sturdy, and packed with flavor. Trust me when I say these aren't your typical veggie burger, they're even better!
I love a good burger just as much as the next guy but when you actually prefer a black bean burger over a typical burger, you know it is next level good! That's exactly what we have here - a deliciously satisfying veggie burger that actually tastes good. It's packed with fresh vegetables you probably already have at home and is a breeze to make. They're sure to be a hit at your next cookout!
Black Bean Veggie Burger Ingredients
These homemade black bean burgers are made with natural and wholesome ingredients. We sprinkle in a couple fresh vegetables along with a bit of oat flour to add some bulk, an egg to provide the moisture, and spices for flavor!
Black beans
Olive oil
Green & red bell peppers
Red onion
Mushrooms
Fresh garlic
Oat flour
Egg
Garlic powder
Paprika
Black Pepper
The Best Burger Buns
As you already know, I am obsessed with Angelic Bakehouse's slider buns. But their burger buns are just as fluffy and tasty and make the perfect outer layers to this black bean burger. Here are a couple of the reasons these buns are on constantly stocked in my pantry:
- Ingredients. a blend of 7 different sprouted whole grains is the first ingredient - think wheat berries and oats and rye
- They're vegan. These buns contain no eggs or dairy making them one of the few vegan burger buns on the block!
- You can see the whole grains. For those that need to see to believe, you can actually see specks of the sprouted whole grains in these buns!
How to Make Black Bean Burgers
- First, and perhaps the most important part, is to drain and dry the black beans. We do this first so that they can dry out while we prepare the rest of the ingredients. I like to drain the beans, wash them in a colander, then pour them onto a paper towel flat to dry. You can do whichever method works best for you, just make sure they are as dry as possible before blending
- While the beans are drying. we cook the veggies until they are soft and easier to blend. Cook them in a skillet with olive oil and garlic and I promise the smell will have your mouth watering already!
- Once the veggies are soft we add them to a food processor or blender along with the oat flour, egg, spices, and ketchup (if using). Pulse the mixture just a couple of times until well mixed
- Next, we add in the dried black beans and pulse a few more times, leaving a few chunks of black beans in the mix
- With a large cookie scoop form patties and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Simply drop the cookie scoop on the baking sheet and then press down a few times to form a circular patty shape. You should get about 8 large patties with this recipe
- You can either bake the patties in the oven or cook them on the grill. If baking, they will cook in the oven preheated to 375 F for 10 minutes on each side (flip them over after 10 minutes). If grilling, place the patties on a greased grill preheated to 400 F and cook for about 6 minutes on each side
- Once patties are cooked, assemble with Angelic Bakehouse sprouted grain buns and burger toppings of choice (lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, etc.) and enjoy!
The Best Black Bean Burger Recipe Variations
- Add a handful of feta cheese crumbles to the mix fora hint of cheese in every bite.
- Swap the ketchup with sriracha for a bold flavor.
- Substitute the mushrooms for the same amount of corn for a southwest style veggie burger.
Black Bean Burgers Recipe Tips
- Make sure to wash and dry the black beans completely so they’re dry before blending.
- Only pulse the ingredients until they’re sticking together. Over pulsing can make the patties wet and mushy.
- Use a measuring up or a cookie scoop to portion out the patties to ensure each one is the same size and thus require the same cooking time.
Topping Suggestions
- Bail pesto
- Greek yogurt salad dressing (tastes like caesar!)
- Tzatziki sauce
- Sweet potato fries (place a handful on top the the burger!)
- Sweet potato fry dipping sauces (any of these would be great spread on a bun)
What to Serve With This Recipe For Black Bean Burgers
- Sweet potato fries
- Caramelized brussel sprouts
- Lemon orzo salad
- Italian pasta salad
- Chickpea pasta salad
- Deviled egg salad
- Broccoli salad
- Grilled vegetable salad
- Black bean avocado corn salad
- Watermelon feta salad
How to Store Homemade Black Bean Burgers
Yes! One of the best things about these black bean burgers is that they keep very well. Once cooked, store the patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up a week. They will also keep for up a month in the freezer. When ready to eat, simply thaw in the fridge beforehand then heat up in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Check out these recipes for more savory dishes!
Recipe
Gluten free Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 F. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Use a sharp knife to cut the potatoes into fries about ¼ inch in thickness and place them in a large bowl.3 medium sweet potatoes
- In a separate bowl, mix together the olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder with a spoon.¼ cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pour the oil mixture over the fries and toss to coat.
- Transfer the fries to a large baking sheet in one even layer. Make sure not to stack the fries on top of each other for best results. Don’t be afraid to cook the fries in two separate pans if needed. Bake the fries for 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until well browned. Let the fries cool slightly so they get crispy before serving.
